An Overview on Treatment of Acute Appendicitis and Its Complications

Authors

  • Ahmed M. Mahgoub, Abdalla Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed, Hatem Mohamed, Mohamed Abdalla Zaitoun, Ahmed Shafik Mohamed El hefnawy

Keywords:

Acute appendicitis; Appendectomy; Antibiotic therapy; Laparoscopic surgery; Perforated appendicitis; Postoperative complications; Intra-abdominal abscess; Surgical site infection.

Abstract

Background: Acute appendicitis is the most common abdominal surgical emergency worldwide, with lifetime risk estimated at 7–8%. It typically results from obstruction of the appendiceal lumen, leading to inflammation, ischemia, and potential perforation. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality.

Published

2024-09-30

How to Cite

Ahmed M. Mahgoub. (2024). An Overview on Treatment of Acute Appendicitis and Its Complications. The International Journal of Multiphysics, 18(3), 3968 - 3975. Retrieved from https://themultiphysicsjournal.com/index.php/ijm/article/view/2037

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 3 (2024)

Section

Articles

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